Focus : A Simplicity Manifesto In The Age Of Distraction By Leo Babauta

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Focus is about finding simplicity in this Age of Distraction. It’s about finding the focus you need to create, to work on what’s important, to reflect, to find peace. 

focus: table of contents 

section i. 
step back 6 
1: introduction 7 
2: the age of distraction 9 
3: the importance of finding focus 15 
4: the beauty of disconnection 19 
5: focus rituals 26 

section ii. 
clear distractions 30 
1: limiting the stream 31 
2: you don’t need to respond 37 
3: let go of the need to stay updated 39 
4: how not to live in your inbox 42 
5: the value of distraction 44 
6: why letting go can be difficult 46 
7: tools for beating distraction 50 

section iii. 
simplify 54 
1: creating an uncluttered environment 55 
2: slowing down 62 
3: going with the flow 68 
4: effortless action 72 
5: three strategies for prioritizing tasks 76 
6: letting go of goals 78 
7: finding simplicity 81 5 

section iv. 
focus 86 
1: a simple system for getting amazing things done 87 
2: single-tasking and productivity 91 
3: the power of a smaller work focus 96 
4: focused reading and research 99 
5: walking, disconnection & focus 102 

section v. 
others 106 
1: finding focus, for parents 107 
2: the problem of others 112 
3: managers transforming office culture 118